About The Word Harpsichord

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Harpsichord

Harpsichord Meaning & Definition
Harpsichord Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Harpsichord?

[n] a clavier with strings that are plucked by plectra mounted on pivots

Synonyms | Synonyms for Harpsichord: cembalo

Related Terms | Find terms related to Harpsichord: baby grand | cembalo | clarichord | clavicembalo | clavichord | clavicittern | clavicymbal | clavicytherium | clavier | concert grand | cottage piano | couched harp | dulcimer harpsichord | grand | grand piano | hammer dulcimer | harmonichord | Klavier | manichord | manichordon | melodion | melopiano | monochord | pair of virginals | parlor grand | pianette | pianino | piano | pianoforte | piano-violin | sostinente pianoforte | spinet | square piano | Steinway | upright | upright piano | violin piano | virginal

See Also | clavier | Klavier | pair of virginals | spinet | virginal

Harpsichord In Webster's Dictionary

\Harp"si*chord\, n. [OF. harpechorde, in which the harpe is of German origin. See {Harp}, and {Chord}.] (Mus.) A harp-shaped instrument of music set horizontally on legs, like the grand piano, with strings of wire, played by the fingers, by means of keys provided with quills, instead of hammers, for striking the strings. It is now superseded by the piano.

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